Date: 2018-06-08Category: Extra OrdinaryState: Union GovernmentCountry: India
In exercise of the powers conferred by sub section 1 of section 8C and clause a of sub section 2 of section 8C of the Central Silk Board Act 1948 61 of 1948
Executive Summary:
This notification from the Ministry of Textiles, dated June 8, 2018, outlines the minimum quality standards and conditions for notified varieties of silkworm seed, as recommended by the Central Silkworm Seed Committee. These standards are established under the Central Silk Board Act of 1948 and aim to regulate silkworm seed quality. The notification includes specific details for Tropical Tasar, Mulberry, and Eri silkworm seeds.
Key Points / Main Content:
Silkworm Seed Quality Standards:
The Central Government, after consulting with the Central Silkworm Seed Committee, has notified the minimum quality standards and conditions for specific silkworm seed varieties.
Standards are based on recommendations from the Central Silkworm Seed Committee.
Tropical Tasar Silkworm Seed (Daba):
Authorized by HAC on 25.11.2013, outlining specific fecundity, hatchability, survival, cocoon yield and pupation rate.
Includes details for BDR10 breed across one zone encompassing multiple states.
Mulberry Silkworm Seed:
New Multivoltine X Bivoltine Hybrid Seed: Authorized by HAC on 25.11.2013, defining fecundity, hatchability, survival, cocoon yield and pupation rate for PM x FC2 hybrid.
Bivoltine Parent Seed: Authorized by HAC on 25.11.2013, detailing fecundity, hatchability, survival, cocoon yield and pupation rate for FC2 race.
Multivoltine Parent Seed: Authorized by HAC on 25.11.2013, detailing fecundity, hatchability, survival and cocoon yield and pupation rate for PM race.
Eri Silkworm Seed (Samia ricini):
Authorized by HAC on 14.07.2014, setting standards for fecundity, hatchability, survival, pupation rate, cocoon yield, and single cocoon weight.
Details provided for C2 breed across multiple states in one zone.
Impact Analysis:
Central Government:
Impact: Responsible for enforcing the quality standards and conditions for silkworm seeds as per the Central Silk Board Act.
Action Required: Ensure the effective implementation and monitoring of the notified standards.
Central Silkworm Seed Committee:
Impact: Plays a crucial advisory role in recommending quality standards for silkworm seeds.
Action Required: Continue to assess and recommend necessary updates to the quality standards based on evolving industry needs.
Silkworm Seed Producers/Suppliers:
Impact: Required to adhere to the notified minimum quality standards and conditions for their silkworm seed production and supply.
Action Required: Ensure that their silkworm seeds meet the specified quality parameters and conditions.
Sericulture Farmers:
Impact: Benefit from the availability of higher quality silkworm seeds, potentially leading to improved cocoon yield and quality.
Action Required: Source silkworm seeds that meet the notified quality standards to enhance their sericulture practices.
HAC (as Authorizing body):
Impact: Accountable for the authorization of silkworm seed varieties based on specified standards.
Action Required: Uphold standards when authorising silkworm seed.
Key Entities Referenced
Central Silk Board Act, 1948: An Indian legislation that this notification refers to, specifically subsection 1 of section 8C and clause a of sub section 2 of section 8C.
Central Silkworm Seed Committee: A committee consulted by the Central Government regarding the quality of silkworm seed.
Tropical Tasar silkworm seed: A type of silkworm seed, specifically the Daba variety, with defined quality standards in the notification.
Mulberry silkworm: A silkworm species, with two subtypes; Bivoltine and Multivoltine, used in sericulture, whose parent and hybrid seeds are mentioned in the notification.
Jharkhand: A state in India where Tropical Tasar silkworm seed is used.
Odisha: A state in India where Tropical Tasar silkworm seed is used.
Karnataka: A state in India, part of the Southern Zone, where the Mulberry silkworm hybrid seed is used.
Eri silkworm seed: A type of silkworm seed, specifically the Samia ricini variety, with defined quality standards in the notification.